8.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Hamlet (1964)
Hamlet (1964)
Overview
Hamlet suspects his uncle has murdered his father to claim the throne of Denmark, and the hand of Hamlet's mother, but the prince cannot decide whether or not he should take vengeance.
Starring Cast
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Viewer Rating
8.4
Overview
Hamlet suspects his uncle has murdered his father to claim the throne of Denmark, and the hand of Hamlet's mother, but the prince cannot decide whether or not he should take vengeance.
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film, based on Shakespeare's play, explores universal themes of political corruption, usurpation, and individual moral struggle within a monarchical system, without explicitly promoting a modern left or right ideology. Its narrative focuses on the tragic consequences of human actions and the restoration of order rather than advocating for systemic change.
This 1964 adaptation of Hamlet features traditional casting, aligning with the historical context of the play and the production era. The narrative focuses on the classic themes of the Shakespearean tragedy without incorporating modern DEI critiques or explicitly portraying traditional identities negatively.
Secondary
The film deeply integrates Christian theology, particularly concepts of sin, purgatory, and divine judgment, as the foundational moral and spiritual reality of its world. While characters struggle with their faith and commit morally ambiguous acts, the narrative consistently affirms the weight and significance of Christian principles, using them to explore profound human dilemmas rather than critiquing the religion itself.
The film 'Hamlet' (Bruce Minnix, Joseph Papp) does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its narrative. The story adheres to the traditional Shakespearean plot without incorporating queer identities or relationships.
The film 'Hamlet (1964)' is an adaptation of William Shakespeare's play. There are no identifiable transsexual characters or themes present in the narrative or character portrayals. The film does not engage with transsexual identity in any capacity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The 1964 film adaptation of Shakespeare's "Hamlet" maintains the canonical genders of all its major characters as established in the original play. No characters historically or canonically male or female are portrayed as a different gender in this production.
The 1964 film adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet features a cast whose racial portrayals align with the traditional and historically understood race of the characters from the original play, which are generally depicted as white. There is no evidence of a character canonically established as one race being portrayed as a different race.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.8
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Critic Ratings
10.0
N/A
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